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Wasted Talent: Are You Working for the Right Company?by Mindy Thomas - Jul, 2015Wasted Talent. Sadly, I see it every day in the business I’m in.
When I hear about how troubling the workplace has become, and specifically the toxic cultures and environments some people work in, I get knots in my stomach. As a resume writer and career counselor, I often find myself serving as a trusted confidante and advisor. Many times that translates to hearing the dirty secrets about the abhorrent lack of leadership, t...

What Story Does YOUR Resume Tell and Will It Work?by Jean Cummings - Jul, 2015Read through your current resume with an objective eye - what story does it tell? Here are some of the stories I've seen in people's resumes:
- I had a lot of authority in my jobs before 2005 but since then not so much
- I stuck with one job for 10 years back in the '90s but have had really short 1-2 year stints since 2005
- I have a ton of technical skills and am a real hands-on techie (Problem is that resume is mea...

When What You Want is a Raiseby Bernie Frazier - Jul, 2015My, how the world has changed! Employees don’t make money like they used to. In the early years of my career, a basic raise was 6% – a basic every nine months!
Roll the clock forward to today. A decent raise is 3% if you’re lucky. Many employees only see 1-3% raises, while some see no raise at all. In many instances, the raises are across the board no matter what the employee performances were. You work twice as hard...

Who’s the Boss? YOU are!by Bernie Frazier - Jul, 2015Ah, the good old days! Back when you could join an organization and not have to worry about your career or its future path. When bosses proudly boasted, “Don’t worry. Leave the driving to us!” However, in the last 20 years, the workplace agreement between employer and employee has changed dramatically.
Gone are the days when employers would guarantee you employment until you retire (assuming you were a good worker)....

8 Healthy Ways to Stop Being a Worrywart and Find Your Successby Connie Pheiff - Jul, 2015Are you a worrywart? How you start your day sets the tone for your daily success. Mornings can be, oh lets say ~ BLAH! How many times are you hitting the snooze button? Your emotional state will depend on your morning outlook. If you are a worrywart then I can almost guarantee you’ve been up half the night. Like most business entrepreneurs, you worry about the productivity of your business. Will we make budget? Are we deliveri...

An active professional network is like insuranceby Sherri Edwards - Jul, 2015In an ever-changing economic market, or riding the wave through industry changes, you just never know when you might need to rely on your professional network to help bail you out of a rough patch. Maintaining a professional network is like having car insurance – it’s a pretty big risk to drive without it. Your network is your safety net. And like insurance, it requires an investment that can’t lapse. Without it, the costs can...

Executive Presence is Coming Full Circleby Valerie Sokolosky - Jul, 2015Can I make an observation? And I mean this with due respect. Your clothing does matter! Listen to the marketplace. You’ll find the term Executive Presence is coming full circle. It’s just flat important!
Clients who dress for success get the higher marks. Don’t think for a minute that they don’t. Oh, I know what you’re saying – “Why should I be concerned with what I wear when I’m technically proficient?” Because it’s just...

Gain the Interview Advantage: Benefits of Interview Coachingby Michelle Dumas - Jul, 2015Wow. You had no idea your job search would be such hard work, did you?
But the standout resume we created for you at Distinctive Documents really paid off. And all the time and effort you’ve spent networking, researching, applying and following up have reaped rewards.
You’ve got some interviews scheduled, you’ve picked up your power suit from the dry cleaners, and you’re all set to go. You just know your interview perfor...

Google Search Tips & Tricks For Your Job Search: Find The Information You Need When You Need Itby Michelle Dumas - Jul, 2015“Google it”! How often have you heard that? Whether it’s to do some research, find directions, check show times or settle a bet, you’ve probably used the “googlelator” to find information about one thing or another. But have you ever used Google for assistance with your job search? If so, you know how much help it can be. If not, read on as we introduce you to Google search tips and tricks for your job search so that you can...

Is Taking a Second Job Worth it?by Adrienne Erin - Jul, 2015Taking on a second job – also known as moonlighting – might seem like a nice idea, but what does it get you? Personal satisfaction, financial security and the ability to pursue other interests rank highly on the list of possible answers. But I think we can all agree that it’s sometimes a necessity.
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